Reagan Goes To Arizona

I apologize for being a slacker on updating Reagan's blog and her trip to Arizona to visit Grandma Vicki and Grandpa Rick. I forgot my photo cable in Minnesota, and then once we got back, there was all sort of mad drama so thank you for being patient.

We had a great time while we were in Arizona. When we left Minnesota it was -1. When we arrived in Arizona at 9 a.m., it was 61 and people were complaining that it was cold. We were thrilled to say the least. Reagan was a perfect traveler once again. I think people are amazed because does not make a peep when we are on the plane - thank you Strawberry Shortcake.

Since I am so far behind in my updates, I will just do a day-by-day summary in this one post. I am sure it will be long, but I was able to take some great photos while we were out there.

Day 1- We Arrive And The First Stop Is In And Out Burger!

Our first stop once we landed was at In and Out Burger. Nothing like eating at In and Out Burger at 10:30 a.m. (and of course it was packed). Reagan had never eaten an In and Out Burger before, but she loved it just like her parents do. She was a big fan of the french fries as you can see.

We then went to "Grandpa's house" and took a nap before going swimming. She liked the water, although she would not get in the water the rest of the trip for some strange reason. She just liked running around the pool deck and tanning in the chairs - kind of like her Mom. Mom, Dad, Grandpa and Uncle Wayne then went to the Coyotes-Canadians hockey game, after going to this great restaurant that had 300 beers on tap, while Reagan stayed and played with Grandma.

Day 2 - Frank Lloyd Wright and Baseball Game #1

Reagan and Grandma got to play more, while Mom, Dad and Grandpa went to the Frank Lloyd Wright House. We did not take the tour since it was $32 each, but we were still able to see a lot of the place from the outside. It was a great stop. We then went to watch the Giants play the A's and walk around Olde Town Scottsdale before going out for fish dinner with all the family and friends. It was a gorgeous day, although sitting in the sun was a little rough for us "northerners." Andrew went to bed a 8 p.m. :)

Day 3 - Play, Play And More Play Before Going To The Zoo

After starting the day at the park, we then took Reagan to the zoo. She had a good time feeding the ducks and giraffes (look at that tongue - how gross). I was shocked she was not scared of the giraffe since she hates any mascot we see, but she stood right in there and fed him. He even licked her hand! We also saw a lot of birds and monkeys and the new white tiger babies, which were cute. We then had a family BBQ which with my aunt and uncle and cousins which was a lot of fun. I do not get to see my family, outside of my Mom and Dad, much so it was great to catch up with them even if it was only for a short time. Reagan was a bundle of energy that night and finally went to sleep around 10 p.m.

Day 4 - The Beginning Of The End...Baseball Game #2, Family and Illness

After church, Mom, Dad and Reagan went to see the Angels play the Rangers. It was a perfect day (only one cloud in the sky!). After that, we went over to Andrew's aunt and uncle's house where Reagan played with her cousin Cole, who is 12. They played with Misty, read books, blew bubbles and played with letter puzzles. Unfortunately, Reagan did not nap during the day and had a major meltdown about 7 p.m., causing us to run out of the house - so sorry Dennis, Tricia and Cole. Reagan had a rough night and looked to be getting sick as she kept grabbing at her ears and crying. It was really great to see Dennis and Tricia and Cole and only wished we could have stayed longer. Tricia and I did not even get to talk about Young & The Restless!

Day 5 - A Trip To Urgent Care

Reagan was definitely sick as she had pink eye and so what vacation would be complete without a trip to urgent care (parents, I am sure you can relate). She actually had a sinus infection that was coming out of her eyes and nose. After a few antibiotics and some eye drops, she was good to go again. After some shopping in the afternoon, Grandpa, Dad and Mom went to see the Rangers play the Padres in a night game which was a lot of fun.

Day 6 - Back Home To Reality And Cold, Cold Weather

Our flight was not until 7 p.m., but we really wanted to get home sooner so we decided to leave on a 1 p.m. flight. Andrew and my dad played a round of golf, while Grandma and I took Reagan to see the Easter Bunny and went shopping. We got on the earlier flight and made it back to Minnesota in time to pick up Corby before the 8 p.m. bewitching hours. I am sure they were happy to get rid of him. Reagan was perfect again and I think she was just glad to get home. She was still feeling a little puny and so she was going to have to stay home from daycare the next day anyway... that was probably a good thing, but more on that in another post.

We had a wonderful time and wished we could have stayed longer. Every time we visit there, it is never long enough. There are just so many things to do that time of the year and Grandma and Grandpa treat Miss Reagan so well. Andrew and I just love it, and he actually admitted that he could retire there for 6 months out of the year. It is really a great place.

Thank you to Grandma and Grandpa for everything while we were there. It was also nice to see both of our families since we do not get to do that very often.

Gotta "go, go, go"

Reagan's mom